Music Therapy is the use of music to achieve therapeutic goals

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Music Therapy is an evidenced-based practice backed up with years of research in various different populations

Music Therapy can help those diagnosed with:

  • Dementia

  • Autism Disorders

  • Cerebral Palsy

  • Multiple Sclerosis

  • Traumatic Brain Injury

  • Parkinson's Disease

  • Rett's Syndrome

  • Learning Disabilities

  • Attention Deficit Disorders

  • Developmental Delays

  • Terminal Illness

  • and many more...

Some goals that can be addressed are:

  • improve gait

  • increase functional body movements

  • promote wellness

  • increase quality of life

  • improve memory

  • develop appropriate social skills

  • improve communication

  • increase self-esteem

  • decrease maladaptive behavior

 

The beauty of music therapy is that no one session is the same! Music therapists practice in different settings with a range of different people. It is client-centered and we know that every person is unique. Some ways we could address the goals above are specific vocal exercises, instrument playing, music performance, music improvisation, singing, etc. Music Therapy is successful because people get caught up in the excitement of making music, they forget they are working on therapeutic goals. 

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Music Therapy is provided by a board-certified-music therapist. They hold a Bachelor's degree or higher from an AMTA approved university/college program. After completing a 1,200 hr internship, music therapists are eligible to sit for the national certification board exam to obtain the credential MT-BC. We maintain our credential by taking continuing education courses to keep up with the newest methods and techniques. 

Music Therapists are also experienced musicians. We are trained vocally as well as proficient in guitar and other instruments. We adhere to the AMTA's Standards of Clinical Practice and Code of Ethics.

Music Therapy is grounded in research. click here for fact sheets